ZIP Code 43609 in Toledo, OH

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Toledo, Ohio
County:Lucas County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:11:57:09 PM
Population:20,519 [See All]
Area Codes:419 / 567
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:41.6222, -83.5865
Land Area:4.82 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 43609 has 20,519 residents and 8,421 households (average 2.43 persons per household). The median age is 33.4 years, younger than the state (39.8) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.5% male and 51.5% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (50.7%, much lower than the state average of 77.0% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (29.7%, much higher than the state average of 12.5% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 16.9%, which is much higher than the state average (4.4%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (12.5%) and national averages (12.4%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:20,519Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:20,495Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:20,885Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:4,257.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$42,510Source: Census ACS
Households:8,421Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$58,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.43Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.03Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--23,75023,42623,34322,81122,36422,42921,87621,93621,60121,29620,32719,88920,495
Decennial Census23,687------------------20,519------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 33.4

Male Median Age: 32.6

Female Median Age: 34.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male7778898167936636736727095325676116046104582991387569
Female762814828683630844860785609604676662636451298181116125
Total1,5391,7031,6441,4761,2931,5171,5321,4941,1411,1711,2871,2661,246909597319191194
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:10,41048.05%
Black:6,09528.14%
Hispanic:*3,46516.00%
Asian:1330.61%
American Indian:1580.73%
Hawaiian:60.03%
Other:1,3966.44%
Total:21,663100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:9,95548.52%32.6 years
Females:10,56451.48%34.2 years
Total:20,519100%33.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:19,46294.96%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:2711.32%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:2641.29%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:4983.72%
Total Population:20,495100%
Total Native Population:19,73396.28%
Total Foreign-born Population:7623.72%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $42,510, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $13,038 (44.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,920. Family households earn a median of $48,552 versus $31,817 for nonfamily households (a difference of $16,735). By gender, male median income is $46,073 and female is $34,360, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $11,713 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 63.8%, which is comparable to the state rate (63.3%). The unemployment rate is 9.7%, which is markedly higher than the state rate (4.8%). The largest occupation group is Service (28.6%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$29,472$28,479$25,139$22,713$21,586$23,212$24,187$28,721$29,590$34,070$37,595$45,236$42,510
Median Family Income$37,603$36,658$35,524$34,967$30,927$31,131$31,542$34,163$33,183$41,587$43,451$48,115$48,552
Median NonFamily Income$19,101$17,135$16,790$16,114$16,090$17,279$17,640$18,831$20,029$23,298$23,219$30,699$31,817
Median Male Income$32,339$33,924$35,155$34,382$32,112$37,042$36,274$34,517$32,168$39,219$40,227$42,639$46,073
Median Female Income$28,912$29,865$30,147$30,351$27,238$28,451$28,799$28,576$29,872$30,113$29,267$31,567$34,360
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:9,04857.58%
Unemployed:9686.16%
Not In Labor Force:5,69736.26%
Total:15,713100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:1,47916.35%
Service:2,58728.59%
Sales and Office:1,66218.37%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,01111.17%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,30925.52%
Total Civilian Employed Population:9,048100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $58,700, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is down $12,300 (17.32%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $13,200. The median gross rent is $913, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $307 (50.66%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $192. Of occupied housing, owners make up 44.13% (40.63% with a mortgage, 59.37% free-and-clear) and renters 55.87% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 13.24%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.38%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$71,000$61,000$56,300$54,100$48,700$47,800$47,200$48,600$45,500$48,700$51,900$56,600$58,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:3827.67%
$500 to $999:2,36847.56%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,90838.32%
$1,500 to $1,999:1242.49%
$2,000 to $2,499:370.74%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:20.04%
No Rent:1583.17%
Total:4,979100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$606$603$611$615$614$631$658$690$721$757$817$925$913
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,59817.93%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,33526.20%
Renter Occupied:4,97955.87%
Total Occupied Housing Units:8,912100%

Occupied Housing Units:8,91286.76%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,36013.24%
Total Housing Units:10,272100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:7,80175.94%
Multi-Family Units:2,47124.06%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:10,272100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 11.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 79.10%, which is markedly below the state rate (91.60%). The uninsured rate is 7.80%, which is on par with the state rate (6.40%). Private coverage is 46.80%, which is generally lower than the state rate (68.20%). Public coverage is 55.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 24.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), down 1.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.80 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (49.61%). College enrollment is 15.36%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:7665.59%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2,09915.31%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):5,27138.45%
Some college, no degree:2,49718.22%
Associate's degree:1,51011.02%
Bachelor's degree:1,1678.51%
Graduate or professional degree:3982.90%
Total:13,708100%
High school or higher:10,84379.10%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,56511.42%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:9,57842.65%
Public Insurance:11,28150.23%
No Insurance:1,5997.12%
Total:22,458100%
Has Health Insurance:20,85992.88%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty25.8%25.0%29.7%31.8%36.9%36.6%35.2%28.5%26.5%18.7%17.0%20.5%24.7%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:3176.61%
Kindergarten:3407.08%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,38149.61%
High school (grades 9-12):1,02421.34%
College or graduate school:73715.36%
Total:4,799100%
Early Childhood:65713.69%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):3,74578.04%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 43609 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 213 business establishments, employing about 2,827 people with an annual payroll of $114,857,000. USPS data shows 8,595 residential mailboxes and 382 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:8,595Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:382Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:8,961Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:7,438Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:913Source: USPS
# of Businesses:213Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$25,646,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$114,857,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,827Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 43609 is located in Lucas County, Ohio, within the Toledo, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 45780) and Ohio's 9th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 602,977 people, about 3.40% of whom live in ZIP Code 43609. It covers 4.82 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.683 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Toledo, OHSource: Census
CBSA Number:45780Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:602,977Source: Census
MSA:Toledo, OH MSASource: Census
Land Area:4.82 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.683 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:09Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:464.65 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:3977000Source: Census
Place Name:Toledo city; OhioSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


43610 | | 43608

Schools in ZIP Code 43609


ZIP Code 43609 is in the Toledo City School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 6 public schools and 1 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Explorers Academy Of Science And Technology 1850 Airport Hwy
Toledo, OH 43609
Arlington Elementary School 707 Woodsdale Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
District: Toledo City School District
Burroughs Elementary School 2420 South Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
District: Toledo City School District
Marshall Stemm Academy 415 Colburn St
Toledo, OH 43609
District: Toledo City School District
Walbridge Elementary School 1245 Walbridge Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
District: Toledo City School District
Escuela Smart Academy 617 Western Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
District: Toledo City School District
Queen Of Apostles Grade School 235 Ctland Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 43609


Penta County Joint Vocational School 9301 Buck Road
Perrysburg, OH 43551-4594
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Toledo 2801 W Bancroft
Toledo, OH 43606-3390
Type: Post Secondary
Mercy College Of Ohio 2221 Madison Avenue
Toledo, OH 43604-1132
Type: Post Secondary
Owens Community College 30335 Oregon Rd
Perrysburg, OH 43551
Type: Post Secondary
Davis College 433 N. Summit Street Ste. 202
Toledo, OH 43604-2638
Type: Post Secondary
Athena Career Academy 5203 Airport Hwy
Toledo, OH 43615
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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